| dc.contributor.author | van Teijlingen, Edwin R. | |
| dc.contributor.author | Hundley, Vanora | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2007-08-16T11:43:47Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2007-08-16T11:43:47Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2001 | |
| dc.identifier.citation | van Teijlingen, E., Hundley, V. (2001) The importance of pilot studies. Social Research Update, 35. | en |
| dc.identifier.issn | 1360-7898 | |
| dc.identifier.other | http://www.soc.surrey.ac.uk/sru/SRU35.htm | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/2164/157 | |
| dc.description.abstract | The term 'pilot studies' refers to mini versions of a full-scale study (also called 'feasibility' studies), as well as the specific pre-testing of a particular research instrument such as a questionnaire or interview schedule. Pilot studies are a crucial element of a good study design. Conducting a pilot study does not guarantee success in the main study, but it does increase the likelihood. Pilot studies fulfil a range of important functions and can provide valuable insights for other researchers. There is a need for more discussion amongst researchers of both the process and outcomes of pilot studies. | en |
| dc.format.extent | 82861 bytes | |
| dc.format.mimetype | application/pdf | |
| dc.language.iso | en | en |
| dc.publisher | Department of Sociology, University of Surrey | en |
| dc.relation.ispartofseries | Social Research Update | en |
| dc.relation.ispartofseries | 35 | en |
| dc.subject | Pre-testing | en |
| dc.subject | survey research | en |
| dc.subject | feasibility study | en |
| dc.title | The importance of pilot studies | en |
| dc.type | Journal Article | en |
